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Next Generation Conference

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The NBWA Next Generation Group brings together future leaders in the beer distribution industry and helps members learn more about the beer business, get more involved with the association and network with other distributors from all areas of the country representing all brands.

NBWA’s 10th Annual Next Generation Success in Leadership Conference in Denver, Colorado November 9 – 11 was a smashing success! Hundreds of leaders from the NBWA Next Generation Group came together in the Centennial State to build relationships, share knowledge, learn about the industry and strengthen their skills. We certainly had a blast and look forward to getting this group of future leaders back together in 2023! Stay tuned for more details on the 11th Annual Next Generation Success in Leadership Conference.

2022 Conference Highlights

NBWA’s Next Generation Group and its conference have grown exponentially over the last decade: The inaugural event was held in Chicago, Illinois in 2013 with only 50 attendees and one speaker. On its 10th anniversary, the Next Generation Success in Leadership Conference welcomed nearly five times as many attendees and close to 30 speakers.

2022 Photo Album

“Strengthening bonds between industry peers, providing emerging leaders with development skills to thrive, and creating more diverse industry leaders was the impetus behind starting the Next Generation group ten years ago. Believe it or not, starting the group was a risk. We were not sure if anyone would embrace the idea. Now, I cannot imagine the NBWA without it. Founding the group and being its first chairperson gives me great pride. I am confident that the Next Generation group will continue to propel this great industry forward,” said Adam Vitale, President of G & M Distributors, Inc. and past Next Generation Group Chair.

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2022 Schedule Recap

Wednesday, November 9

  • Welcome reception at 6:00 pm

Thursday, November 10

  • Breakfast
  • Programming all day
  • Evening event

Friday, November 11

  • Breakfast
  • Programming until 2:00 pm

Join NBWA’s Next Generation Group

NBWA’s Next Generation Group brings together emerging leaders in the beer distribution industry. The group focuses on learning more about the beer business, getting more involved with the association and networking with other distributors from all areas of the country representing all brands. All NBWA distributor members, regardless of age, job title or relation to ownership, are eligible to join.

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2021 Conference Highlights